Meet Betka
Betka was originally adopted out in 2023 but ran away a few months later and has spent the last two years surviving on her own outside. She is very smart and did an excellent job taking care of herself but, as a result she is initially timid and easily scared of new things. This shy lady is ready for a quiet home with warm soft places to sleep and humans to give her unlimited affection on demand. She will make a very loving addition to a patient and calm home.
It takes her a couple of days to trust new people however, once she has warmed up to you she is a bundle of love who always wants to be nearby. When things are calm she will lay out in the open only an arms reach away and if you stand up she will immediately chirp or trill at you to ask for pets. When things are busier, she wants to watch the action without being involved, preferably from a hiding spot where she can feel hidden but still see everything.
She is a very affectionate cat, especially when you allow it to be on her terms. She always wants people to come sit on the floor and pet her. When you sit down she will come near you and ask for pets by arching her back, after a few minutes she will walk away and explore her space but return shortly for more petting. She hasn’t climbed in any laps yet but has shown interest in trying to step onto her foster's lap. She does not like being picked up and will not tolerate being held and will need a family willing to respect her boundaries.
All new things make her nervous, including people, spaces, and objects being brought into her space. It typically takes 2 or 3 days to become accustomed to the changes, though sometimes this can be sped up with the aid of Churu meat tubes (fish flavours are her favorite). Betka loves all food, especially wet food, and she would probably commit arson to get a bite of churu.
She has not been around other cats so it is not known how she would be with them. She has shown clear curiosity and interest in dogs. She shared a yard with a small dog for several months and was not afraid of it. At the vet she even came to the front of the carrier to try to sniff and investigate a large dog that entered the waiting area. She would likely do very well with a dog companion that was willing to respect her boundaries and let her approach on her own terms.
About Me
Sex: Female
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour/Pattern: White / Black Calico
Birthday: Dec 10 2019
Likes: Meat Tubes, Wt Food, Petting, her fuzzy bed and catnip
Dislikes: Loud Noises, Fast Movements, being picked up or held
An ideal home would have: Hiding places where she can watch the action. Someone willing to pet her on demand
Good with cats: Unknoqn
Good with dogs: Unknown, but should be fine
Good with children: Unknown
Would this kitty enjoy a companion?: Unsure
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